Kitchen Steward — Detail-Driven, Fast-Paced Hotel Support

Loews Hotels & Co; Coral Gables (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary meals in Team Member Caf

Team Member Hotel Rates

Discounts and other perks

Tuition Reimbursement

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Loews Coral Gables Hotel seeks a dependable and detail-oriented Steward to maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and organization in back-of-house areas. You will clean dishes, glassware, and utensils, support culinary teams, and help ensure smooth operations and guest satisfaction.

You will work closely with culinary, banquet, and outlet teams, handling responsibilities across sanitation, equipment organization, and waste management in a fast-paced hotel environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in kitchen, cleaning, or hospitality-related work, preferred.
• Must have multi-tasking skills, internal/external customer service skills.
• Physical ability to perform duties, including lifting heavy items, standing for long periods, and operating cleaning equipment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage time efficiently.
• Flexibility to work varying shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as needed.

Responsibilities

• Wash and sanitize dishes, cookware, utensils, and glassware to maintain the highest hygiene standards.
• Operate dishwashing machines and perform manual cleaning when needed to ensure efficiency and quality.
• Organize and store cleaned items in their designated areas for easy access and smooth operations.
• Keep kitchen floors, walls, counters, and equipment spotless, creating a safe and sanitary work environment.
• Support culinary, banquet, and outlet teams by organizing equipment and supplies for seamless service.
• Deliver clean plates, utensils, and other essentials to kitchen or service areas promptly.
• Collect and dispose of trash, recycling, and food waste according to hotel standards, maintaining cleanliness in all disposal areas.
• Sanitize trash bins and maintain cleanliness in waste management zones.
• Monitor cleaning supply inventory and restock as needed to keep operations running smoothly.
• Report broken or malfunctioning equipment promptly to the Executive Steward or Stewarding Supervisor.
• Use cleaning chemicals safely and follow all established safety procedures.
• Adhere to health and sanitation guidelines, including proper food handling practices.
• Follow all hotel policies and procedures to ensure a safe, organized, and compliant work environment.
• Participate in regular safety training and team meetings to stay informed and prepared.
• Regular attendance in conformance with standards.
• May be required to work varying schedules to reflect business needs.
• Required to attend all mandatory training sessions and meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Customer service

Detail oriented

Job description

Loews Coral Gables Hotel seeks a dependable and detail-oriented Steward to maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and organization in back-of-house areas. You will clean dishes, glassware, and utensils, support culinary teams, and help ensure smooth operations and guest satisfaction.

You will work closely with culinary, banquet, and outlet teams, handling responsibilities across sanitation, equipment organization, and waste management in a fast-paced hotel environment.